My Mommy's Cancer

Cindy Klein Cohen

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My Mommy's Cancer

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cindy Klein Cohen

Reading Level 2 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever wondered what it’s like when someone you love gets really sick? Jeffrey loves going to the library with his mommy, but one day she can’t come. What does it mean when mommy has cancer, and how will Jeffrey understand all the changes?

Themes

FamilyHealth - DiseasesEmotional GrowthCoping with Illness

Quick Assessment

This gentle story and activity book helps young children ages 5-8 understand and cope with a parent’s cancer diagnosis. It addresses common questions and emotions children may experience, such as confusion and anger, while providing supportive activities and guidance for caregivers. The book is thoughtfully created by healthcare professionals with expertise in child life and psychosocial support.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Illness & Injury Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
ISBN
9780965649827
Pages
32
Publisher
Promise Publishing Company
Published
December 1, 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

OncologyActivity BooksCancerHealthDiseasesMothersPatientsMedicalNursing